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1986 Rolex Watch

Vintage 1986 Rolex DayDate President Model 18038 Brown Vignette Box Unpolished
Vintage 1986 Rolex DayDate President Model 18038 Brown Vignette Box Unpolished

Vintage 1986 Rolex DayDate President Model 18038 Brown Vignette Box Unpolished

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Vintage 1986 Rolex Day Date President with Rare Brown Burst Dial Box Maker: Rolex Model: 18038 Day Date Year: 1986 Material: 18K Yellow Gold, Brilliant cut and Baguette cut Diamon...

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 14K YG Auto Champagne 34mm
Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 14K YG Auto Champagne 34mm

Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 14K YG Auto Champagne 34mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Why It Works This is a watch for the person who wants the presence of a gold Rolex but prefers a more discreet execution.

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Vintage 1986 Rolex Day-Date 18038 18K YG Champagne Diamond Dial Auto 36mm
Vintage 1986 Rolex Day-Date 18038 18K YG Champagne Diamond Dial Auto 36mm

Vintage 1986 Rolex Day-Date 18038 18K YG Champagne Diamond Dial Auto 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

It remains one of the most recognizable and respected watches in the world for a reason. Key Specs Reference: 18038 Model: Day-Date 36 Year: 1986 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 36...

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 14K YG Purple Diamond Auto 34mm
Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 14K YG Purple Diamond Auto 34mm

Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 14K YG Purple Diamond Auto 34mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

For The Collector Who Values Character This is a watch for someone who appreciates the core Rolex design but wants a version with real personality.

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1986 Rolex Day-Date 18048 18K YG Anniversary Diamond Dial Auto 36mm
Vintage 1986 Rolex Day-Date 18048 18K YG Anniversary Diamond Dial Auto 36mm

Vintage 1986 Rolex Day-Date 18048 18K YG Anniversary Diamond Dial Auto 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The All-Factory Execution For collectors of gem-set Rolex, originality is everything. This 1986 Day-Date features both a factory-original diamond bezel and a factory-original Annive...

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 14K YG Dark Blue Diamond Dial Auto 34 mm
1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 14K YG Dark Blue Diamond Dial Auto 34 mm

1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 14K YG Dark Blue Diamond Dial Auto 34 mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Key Specs Reference: 15037 Model: Oyster Perpetual Date Year: 1986 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 34mm Bezel: 14K Yellow Gold Fluted Bracelet: 14K Yellow Gold Oyster Bracelet Length...

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Vintage Rolex Submariner Reference 5513 Stainless Steel Watch, 1986
Vintage Rolex Submariner Reference 5513 Stainless Steel Watch, 1986

Vintage Rolex Submariner Reference 5513 Stainless Steel Watch, 1986

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1986 Vintage Rolex Submariner Reference 5513. Stainless Steel case, that measures in at 40mm wide.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Certified 1986 Rolex Datejust 68278 Yellow Dial
Certified 1986 Rolex Datejust 68278 Yellow Dial

Certified 1986 Rolex Datejust 68278 Yellow Dial

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Datejust Reference #:68278. . Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

1986 Rolex Ladies Two Tone Datejust Watch Champagne Diamond Dial 69173
1986 Rolex Ladies Two Tone Datejust Watch Champagne Diamond Dial 69173

1986 Rolex Ladies Two Tone Datejust Watch Champagne Diamond Dial 69173

By Rolex

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1986 Rolex Ladies Two Tone Datejust Watch Model: 69173 Serial: 9309549 Rolex factory champagne diamond dial with 18K yellow gold bezel 26mm case Automatic movement Tow tone jubi...

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

1986 Rolex Men's Two Tone Watch 16013 Gold Linen Stick Dial
1986 Rolex Men's Two Tone Watch 16013 Gold Linen Stick Dial

1986 Rolex Men's Two Tone Watch 16013 Gold Linen Stick Dial

By Rolex

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1986 Rolex Men's Datejust Watch Model: 16013 Serial: 8922691 This vintage men's rolex is set in stainless steel and 18K yellow gold Gold Linen dial with gold stick markers 36mm d...

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Vintage 1986 Rolex Date Two Tone Automatic Men's Watch Ref 15053
Vintage 1986 Rolex Date Two Tone Automatic Men's Watch Ref 15053

Vintage 1986 Rolex Date Two Tone Automatic Men's Watch Ref 15053

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This vintage 1986 Rolex Date ref. 15053 showcases the timeless sophistication and precision craftsmanship that define the Rolex name.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

1986 Rolex Lady Datejust 26MM 69173 Jubilee Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Watch
1986 Rolex Lady Datejust 26MM 69173 Jubilee Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Watch

1986 Rolex Lady Datejust 26MM 69173 Jubilee Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in Houston, TX

Brand: Rolex Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel  Diameter:  26.00 mm Weight: 54.11 Grams One ladies 18K yellow gold and stainless steel ROLEX Swiss mad...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

1986 Rolex Men's 15053 Two Tone Watch Black Stick Dial Box and Papers
1986 Rolex Men's 15053 Two Tone Watch Black Stick Dial Box and Papers

1986 Rolex Men's 15053 Two Tone Watch Black Stick Dial Box and Papers

By Rolex

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1986 Rolex Men's Two Tone Watch Model: 15053 Serial: 9202568 34mm case.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

1986 Rolex Men's 15053 Two Tone Watch Black Stick Dial box and papers
1986 Rolex Men's 15053 Two Tone Watch Black Stick Dial box and papers

1986 Rolex Men's 15053 Two Tone Watch Black Stick Dial box and papers

By Rolex

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1986 Rolex Men's Two Tone Watch Model: 15053 Serial: 9202568 34mm case.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer 11 16550 1986  Collectors
Rolex Explorer 11 16550 1986  Collectors

Rolex Explorer 11 16550 1986 Collectors

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

This remarkable timepiece is considered to be the model that bridges between the then old-style retro looking Explorers and its modern successors. It is in fact the first five digit ...

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Oysterdate 15010 – 34mm – Full Set – 1986 – Serviced
Rolex Oysterdate 15010 – 34mm – Full Set – 1986 – Serviced

Rolex Oysterdate 15010 – 34mm – Full Set – 1986 – Serviced

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Rolex Oysterdate 15010 – 34mm – Full Set – 1986 – Serviced A true and honest vintage Rolex, this Rolex Oysterdate reference 15010 is presented with its original punched papers and or...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 1601 Mosaic Blue Fluted Bezel Jubilee Bracelet 1986
Rolex Datejust 1601 Mosaic Blue Fluted Bezel Jubilee Bracelet 1986

Rolex Datejust 1601 Mosaic Blue Fluted Bezel Jubilee Bracelet 1986

By Rolex

Located in SYDNEY, AU

SKU 1954 Brand Rolex Model Datejust Reference 1601 Year 1986 Dial Mosaic Blue Case Steel and 18k White Gold Fluted Bezel Bracelet Steel Diameter 36mm x 44mm Length 20cm Movement Auto...

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Rolex Mini Datejust 69173 Champagne Dial 9m Serial SS/YG 1986
Rolex Mini Datejust 69173 Champagne Dial 9m Serial SS/YG 1986

Rolex Mini Datejust 69173 Champagne Dial 9m Serial SS/YG 1986

By Rolex

Located in SYDNEY, AU

SKU 1950 Brand Rolex Model Datejust Reference 69173 Year 1986 Dial Champagne Dial Case Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Diameter 26mm Length 16.3cm Moveme...

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15053 Two-Tone Champagne Dial Auto 34mm
Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15053 Two-Tone Champagne Dial Auto 34mm

Vintage 1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15053 Two-Tone Champagne Dial Auto 34mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Foundation Of The Modern Watch The Oyster Perpetual is the watch from which every other Rolex descended.

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

ROLEX Stainless Steel and Gold GMT-Master Ref 1675 circa 1986
ROLEX Stainless Steel and Gold GMT-Master Ref 1675 circa 1986

ROLEX Stainless Steel and Gold GMT-Master Ref 1675 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Rolex GMT-Master Ref. 1675, 18k yellow gold and stainless steel, 27-jewel cal. 3075 automatic movement, black dial with gilt printing. 18k gold and stainless steel Jubilee bracelet. ...

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Rolex Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16030, Black dial, 36mm, Full Set, Yr 1986
Rolex Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16030, Black dial, 36mm, Full Set, Yr 1986

Rolex Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16030, Black dial, 36mm, Full Set, Yr 1986

By Rolex

Located in Canterbury, England

This example comes with inner and outer box (the outer with black dot (so original black dial!), Datejust booklet (1986), Oyster booklet (1985), insurance valuation 1986 , £853, reci...

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Vintage 1986 Rolex DateJust Model 16013 Stainless 18K Yellow Gold Box Papers
Vintage 1986 Rolex DateJust Model 16013 Stainless 18K Yellow Gold Box Papers

Vintage 1986 Rolex DateJust Model 16013 Stainless 18K Yellow Gold Box Papers

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The original maker of the watch is not under any obligation to service watches sold by Stephanie Windsor.

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel with Custom Gold Diamond and Ruby Bezel from 1986 Quickset Calendar
Rolex Steel with Custom Gold Diamond and Ruby Bezel from 1986 Quickset Calendar

Rolex Steel with Custom Gold Diamond and Ruby Bezel from 1986 Quickset Calendar

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 16104 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1986 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm X Diameter 36mm...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Vintage 1986 Rolex DayDate President with Rare Brown Burst Dial Box Papers 18038
Vintage 1986 Rolex DayDate President with Rare Brown Burst Dial Box Papers 18038

Vintage 1986 Rolex DayDate President with Rare Brown Burst Dial Box Papers 18038

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Made in Switzerland very good vintage condition. unpolished. great collector's watch The 1986 Rolex Day-Date President, the crown jewel of the Rolex catalog, stands as a captivating...

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1986 Rolex Men's Watch Two-Tone Blue Dial Gold Markers Box Tags
1986 Rolex Men's Watch Two-Tone Blue Dial Gold Markers Box Tags

1986 Rolex Men's Watch Two-Tone Blue Dial Gold Markers Box Tags

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1986 Rolex Men's Watch Model: 16013 Serial: 9007376 This authentic Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Just Watch has a 36mm case Automatic movement Blue Dial with gold markers 18K Yel...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1986 Rolex Men's Watch Two-Tone Blue Dial Gold Markers Box Tags
1986 Rolex Men's Watch Two-Tone Blue Dial Gold Markers Box Tags

1986 Rolex Men's Watch Two-Tone Blue Dial Gold Markers Box Tags

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1986 Rolex Men's Watch Model: 16013 Serial: 9007376 This authentic Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Just Watch has a 36mm case Automatic movement Blue Dial with gold markers 18K Yel...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1986 Rolex Men's Watch Two-Tone Blue Dial Gold Markers Box Tags
1986 Rolex Men's Watch Two-Tone Blue Dial Gold Markers Box Tags

1986 Rolex Men's Watch Two-Tone Blue Dial Gold Markers Box Tags

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1986 Rolex Men's Watch Model: 16013 Serial: 9007376 This authentic Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Just Watch has a 36mm case Automatic movement Blue Dial with gold markers 18K Yel...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1990 Rolex Day Date 18 Karat Model 18238 with Rare Blue Vignette Dial
Vintage 1990 Rolex Day Date 18 Karat Model 18238 with Rare Blue Vignette Dial

Vintage 1990 Rolex Day Date 18 Karat Model 18238 with Rare Blue Vignette Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Maker: Rolex Model: 18238 Day Date "President" Year: 1990 Material: 18K Yellow Gold, Brilliant-cut and Baguette-cut Diamonds Dial: Rare Authentic Blue Vignette Dial Movement: Autom...

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1986 Rolex Men's Presidential 18 Karat Yellow Gold White Roman Dial Watch
1986 Rolex Men's Presidential 18 Karat Yellow Gold White Roman Dial Watch

1986 Rolex Men's Presidential 18 Karat Yellow Gold White Roman Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1986 Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Presidential Watch Model: 1500811 Serial: 8994662 34mm case White Roman Dial with yellow markers Yellow Gold Presidential Band - fits up to 7 3/4" - no...

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

1986 Rolex Lady Datejust 26MM 69174 White Dial Jubilee Stainless Steel Watch
1986 Rolex Lady Datejust 26MM 69174 White Dial Jubilee Stainless Steel Watch

1986 Rolex Lady Datejust 26MM 69174 White Dial Jubilee Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in Houston, TX

Brand: Rolex Gender: Ladies Diameter: 26.00 mm Weight: 49.06 grams Ladies Stainless Steel ROLEX Swiss-made watch.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14 Karat Gold Model 15037
1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14 Karat Gold Model 15037

1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14 Karat Gold Model 15037

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

1986 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14k Gold Model 15037 Additional Information: Maker: Rolex Model: 15037 Serial Number: Year: 1986 Material: 14k Yellow Gold, Original Ostrich Leath...

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Wristwatch from 1986 with Original Black Dial
Rolex Stainless Steel Wristwatch from 1986 with Original Black Dial

Rolex Stainless Steel Wristwatch from 1986 with Original Black Dial

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Air-King / Ref. 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1986 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 39mm x 34mm MO...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chevrolet Award Ref 16018, circa 1986
Rolex Datejust 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chevrolet Award Ref 16018, circa 1986

Rolex Datejust 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chevrolet Award Ref 16018, circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in Miami Beach, FL

The champagne dial on this Rolex Datejust has a great design using the Chevrolet logo aka Chevy and diamonds for the hour markers. This comes on a Rolex Jubilee gold bracelet with hi...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rolex Day-Date President 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch, 1986
Vintage Rolex Day-Date President 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch, 1986

Vintage Rolex Day-Date President 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch, 1986

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1986 Vintage Rolex Day-Date President Quick Date Set Ref. 18038 18k Yellow Gold watch with Original Champagne Dial with Applied Gold Stick/Bar/Baton Markers with Original Rolex 18k Y...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Men's Two-Tone Jubilee Oyster Perpetual Datejust Watch 16013 1986
Rolex Men's Two-Tone Jubilee Oyster Perpetual Datejust Watch 16013 1986

Rolex Men's Two-Tone Jubilee Oyster Perpetual Datejust Watch 16013 1986

By Rolex

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Rolex Men's Two-Tone Jubilee Oyster Perpetual Datejust Watch 16013 1986 Model #16013 Serial #93903XX Movement #3035 Movement Serial #16717XX Year: 1986 Stainless Steel Case w/ Flut...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Two Tone Oysterquartz Men's Watch w/ Gold Dial 17013 1986 FULL LINKS
Rolex Two Tone Oysterquartz Men's Watch w/ Gold Dial 17013 1986 FULL LINKS

Rolex Two Tone Oysterquartz Men's Watch w/ Gold Dial 17013 1986 FULL LINKS

By Rolex

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Rolex Two Tone Oysterquartz Men's Watch w/ Gold Dial 17013 1986 Model #17013 Serial #89110XX Year: 1986 Stainless Steel Round Case w/ Fluted 18k Yellow Gold Bezel 36 mm in Diameter (...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1986
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1986

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Circa 1986 stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref 1002 Officially Certified Chronometer.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ROLEX Stainless Steel Submariner Ref 168000 circa 1986
ROLEX Stainless Steel Submariner Ref 168000 circa 1986

ROLEX Stainless Steel Submariner Ref 168000 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex SS Submariner w/ date rare ref # 168000 (not 16800), R5 serial circa 1986. Original glossy black dial with WG luminous surrounds dial marked T SWISS T for tritium. Sapphire cry...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Pinchbeck

1986 Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold 18038 Wristwatch
1986 Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold 18038 Wristwatch

1986 Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold 18038 Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

PLEASE CONTACT US SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. ** SERVICE HISTORY * This watch has received a Rolex accredited service in line with our exacting standards. ** PROVENANCE * ...

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual circa 1986
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual circa 1986

Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Lady's 14K Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch, circa 1986. 27mm case with smooth bezel and sapphire crystal.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Transitional Automatic Wristwatch, circa 1986
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Transitional Automatic Wristwatch, circa 1986

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Transitional Automatic Wristwatch, circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Submariner ref 16800 transitional model serial# 9.3 million circa 1986 with glossy black dial with richly patina’d luminous indexes, hands, and pearl. This is the popular tran...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex stainless steel Submariner Transitional Model wristwatch, circa 1986
Rolex stainless steel Submariner Transitional Model wristwatch, circa 1986

Rolex stainless steel Submariner Transitional Model wristwatch, circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Vintage Rolex Submariner ref. 16800 transitional model, 9.0 million serial # circa 1986. Great looking vintage model with especially richly patina’d luminous indexes and hands, and n...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Jubilee Dial Wristwatch, 1986
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Jubilee Dial Wristwatch, 1986

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Jubilee Dial Wristwatch, 1986

By Rolex

Located in Epsom, Surrey

Specifications; Model Number: 16013 Year: 1986 Dial: Champagne Jubilee Bezel: 18k Gold Fluted Accessories: Box Condition: Excellent Bracelet: Rolex Jubilee Bracelet Case Diamet...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch Ref 1501 circa 1986
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch Ref 1501 circa 1986

Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch Ref 1501 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stainless steel Jubilee bracelet. Circa 1986. This watch includes a one year warranty from the time of purchase for accurate timekeeping.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch ref 18038 circa 1986
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch ref 18038 circa 1986

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch ref 18038 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18K yellow gold Day-Date, ref 18038, serial # 8.9 million circa 1986. 36mm diameter case with smooth bezel, sapphire crystal, quick set date movement and very pleasing snow whi...

Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

ROLEX Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16014 circa 1986
ROLEX Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16014 circa 1986

ROLEX Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16014 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Datejust wristwatch, Ref 16014, serial 9.0 million, circa 1986. 36mm diameter full size model with smooth bezel and screw down crown. Custom cobalt blue dial wi...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Submariner Wristwatch Ref 16808 circa 1986
Rolex Yellow Gold Submariner Wristwatch Ref 16808 circa 1986

Rolex Yellow Gold Submariner Wristwatch Ref 16808 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18k yellow gold Submariner wristwatch, Ref. 16808, circa 1986. Exceptional condition example with glossy black original rivet index dial and black and gold elapsed time bezel. ...

Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex yellow gold stainless steel Datejust self winding wristwatch, circa 1986
Rolex yellow gold stainless steel Datejust self winding wristwatch, circa 1986

Rolex yellow gold stainless steel Datejust self winding wristwatch, circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

An exceptionally well preserved example Rolex Datejust ref 16013 SS/18K YG circa 1986 with original black dial complete with box and papers.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 16018, circa 1986
Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 16018, circa 1986

Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 16018, circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

An exceptional condition example Rolex 18K YG Datejust ref# 16018 serial #9.0 million circa 1986.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch Ref 15037, circa 1986
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch Ref 15037, circa 1986

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch Ref 15037, circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 15037 serial # 9.8 million circa 1986. Featuring 34mm diameter case with fluted bezel, acrylic crystal, and original champagne dial with applied gold...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified 1986 Rolex Datejust 16030 Silver Dial
Certified 1986 Rolex Datejust 16030 Silver Dial

Certified 1986 Rolex Datejust 16030 Silver Dial

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Datejust Reference #:16030. Men's Rolex Datejust. 36 mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel fluted bezel. Silver dial with silver hands and markers. Magnified date display. S...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 15037 14 Karat Yellow Gold, circa 1986
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 15037 14 Karat Yellow Gold, circa 1986

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 15037 14 Karat Yellow Gold, circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

An exceptional condition Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 15037 serial # 9.1 million circa 1986.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Automatic wristwatch Ref 18038, circa 1986
Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Automatic wristwatch Ref 18038, circa 1986

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Automatic wristwatch Ref 18038, circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex ref# 18038 18K YG Day Date President circa 1986 complete with original Rolex warranty papers, booklets, box, and accessories. Featuring a 36mm diameter full size man’s model w...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date self winding Wristwatch Ref 18038, circa 1986
Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date self winding Wristwatch Ref 18038, circa 1986

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date self winding Wristwatch Ref 18038, circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18K YG Day Date ref 18038 serial # 9.3 million circa 1986. Featuring a 36mm diameter case with fluted bezel, sapphire crystal, and classic original champagne dial. Powered by ...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perceptual Date Wristwatch Ref 15000 circa 1986
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perceptual Date Wristwatch Ref 15000 circa 1986

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perceptual Date Wristwatch Ref 15000 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Date wristwatch, Ref. 15000, circa 1986. 34mm case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Wristwatch, circa 1986 with custom color dial
Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Wristwatch, circa 1986 with custom color dial

Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Wristwatch, circa 1986 with custom color dial

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Explanation about sizes of vintage Rolex watches: 36mm full size man's Datejust or Day-Date President. 34mm man's Oyster Perpetual, Air-King, or Oyster Perpetual Date.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch with Custom-Colored Dial circa 1986
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch with Custom-Colored Dial circa 1986

Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch with Custom-Colored Dial circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Date wristwatch, Ref. 15000, serial number 9.0 million, circa 1986. 34 mm case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Wristwatch ref 18038 circa 1986
Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Wristwatch ref 18038 circa 1986

Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President Wristwatch ref 18038 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Day Date President Wristwatch ref 18038 serial # 9.5 million circa 1986. 36mm full size period man’s model with fluted bezel and sapphire crystal.

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel GMT II Ref 16760 Fat Lady circa 1986
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT II Ref 16760 Fat Lady circa 1986

Rolex Stainless Steel GMT II Ref 16760 Fat Lady circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel GMT-Master II wristwatch, Ref# 16760, so called "Fat Lady" model, early sapphire crystal GMT, circa 1986, with red and black bezel insert, independently set 24 ...

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Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex 18K YG Submariner ref. 16808 circa 1986
Rolex 18K YG Submariner ref. 16808 circa 1986

Rolex 18K YG Submariner ref. 16808 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 18K YG Submariner ref 16808 serial # 9.6 million circa 1986.

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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

ROLEX Stainless Steel Datejust Ref 16030 circa 1986
ROLEX Stainless Steel Datejust Ref 16030 circa 1986

ROLEX Stainless Steel Datejust Ref 16030 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Datejust, Ref. 16030, 36mm diameter case with engine turned bezel, serial no. 9.5 million, circa 1986, with black original dial with applied baton indexes and b...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Wristwatch circa 1986 with Custom Cobalt Blue Dial
Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Wristwatch circa 1986 with Custom Cobalt Blue Dial

Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Wristwatch circa 1986 with Custom Cobalt Blue Dial

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Airking wristwatch, Ref. 5500, serial number L6, circa 1986. 34mm diameter Oyster case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal.

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Gold Oyster Perpetual Date ref # 1500 circa 1986
Rolex Gold Oyster Perpetual Date ref # 1500 circa 1986

Rolex Gold Oyster Perpetual Date ref # 1500 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual Date ref # 1500 8..9 million serial # circa 1986. 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel with original minty silver satin dial with gold applied figures a...

Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold GMT Master Wristwatch Ref 16753 circa 1986
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold GMT Master Wristwatch Ref 16753 circa 1986

Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold GMT Master Wristwatch Ref 16753 circa 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Stainless Steel and 18K Yellow Gold GMT-Master Wristwatch ref 16753 serial # 9.3 million circa 1986. 40mm diameter case with rotating 18K yellow gold 24 hour bezel and acrylic ...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Rolex SS Submariner date ref 16800 Tiffany & Co. c. 1986
Rolex SS Submariner date ref 16800 Tiffany & Co. c. 1986

Rolex SS Submariner date ref 16800 Tiffany & Co. c. 1986

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex SS Submariner with date ref 16800 transitional model with date retailed by Tiffany & Co. 40mm diameter case circa 1986 original glossy black dial with white gold luminous surro...

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Swiss Wrist Watches

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By Rolex

Located in Greensboro, NC

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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Vintage 1982 Ladies Rolex 6917 with Diamond Bezel 18k Yellow Gold Complete

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Located in South Pasadena, CA

Complete with original box and papers. Vintage 6917 18k 1982 ladies Datejust with a diamond bezel. Crafted out of 18k yellow gold paired with a champagne dial and the iconic Presiden...

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1981 Rolex Datejust 31 President 6827 18K Yellow Gold Watch White Roman #24681
1981 Rolex Datejust 31 President 6827 18K Yellow Gold Watch White Roman #24681

1981 Rolex Datejust 31 President 6827 18K Yellow Gold Watch White Roman #24681

By Rolex

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1981 Rolex 18K Yellow Gold President Datejust 31 Watch Model: 6827 Serial: 6703098 This elegant Rolex midsize watch is set in solid 18K gold. 31mm case with fluted bezel White ro...

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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Rolex Cellini 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch, Champagne Dial, Swiss Made
Rolex Cellini 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch, Champagne Dial, Swiss Made

Rolex Cellini 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch, Champagne Dial, Swiss Made

By Rolex

Located in Queens, NY

Rolex Cellini 18K Yellow Gold Watch, featuring champagne dial with baton indexes and 18K Rolex Crown logo at 12 0'clock, powered by 19 jewel mechanical wind-up movement, worn on wris...

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold

CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold

$17,200Sale Price|20% Off

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CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

An automatique Ceinture large wrist-watch designed by Cartier. This is the rare large model of the Ceinture automatique wristwatch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of C...

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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex President Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Black Dial Men Watch 18038
Rolex President Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Black Dial Men Watch 18038

Rolex President Day-Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Black Dial Men Watch 18038

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. Good condition. No original box and papers. Comes with a chonostore box. Free polishing upon request. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement...

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe 1960s Yellow Gold Ref. 2595 Calatrava Mechanical Wrist Watch
Patek Philippe 1960s Yellow Gold Ref. 2595 Calatrava Mechanical Wrist Watch

Patek Philippe 1960s Yellow Gold Ref. 2595 Calatrava Mechanical Wrist Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1960 Patek Philippe Reference 2595 Calatrava Wrist Watch, 32 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, Patek logo Crown. Mechanical, Manual wind 18 Jewel, Caliber 23-300 Movement. Sil...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe 18kt. Rose Gold Late Art Deco Round Original Dial from 1940s
Patek Philippe 18kt. Rose Gold Late Art Deco Round Original Dial from 1940s

Patek Philippe 18kt. Rose Gold Late Art Deco Round Original Dial from 1940s

By Patek Philippe

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe et Cie. STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Art Deco / Reference 2494 METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 41 Length X 33 D...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Early Datejust Perpetual Wind Watch, 1953
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Early Datejust Perpetual Wind Watch, 1953

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Early Datejust Perpetual Wind Watch, 1953

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 6105 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 44mm X Diameter 36mm CIRC...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date President Diamond Men's Watch 1803 Yellow Gold 18k Auto 1Yr Wnty
Rolex Day-Date President Diamond Men's Watch 1803 Yellow Gold 18k Auto 1Yr Wnty

Rolex Day-Date President Diamond Men's Watch 1803 Yellow Gold 18k Auto 1Yr Wnty

By Rolex

Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: Rolex Model: Day-Date President Model Number: 1803 Movement: Automatic Warranty: One Year Date: 1964 Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Aftermarket Champagne Diamond Metal Con...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date 18248 18K Gold Presidential Bark, Diamond Dial Watch c.1991
Rolex Day-Date 18248 18K Gold Presidential Bark, Diamond Dial Watch c.1991

Rolex Day-Date 18248 18K Gold Presidential Bark, Diamond Dial Watch c.1991

By Rolex

Located in Ocala, FL

Crafted in 1991, this Rolex Day-Date reference 18248 is an iconic expression of luxury, fashioned entirely in solid 18-karat yellow gold and fitted with the renowned President bracel...

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1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex 14Kt. Oyster Perpetual Rare "Bubble Back" with Factory Original Dial 1948
Rolex 14Kt. Oyster Perpetual Rare "Bubble Back" with Factory Original Dial 1948

Rolex 14Kt. Oyster Perpetual Rare "Bubble Back" with Factory Original Dial 1948

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual "Bubble Back" / Reference 5011 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1948 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Lengt...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Day-Date NOS Rare Oxblood Stella Dial 18038
Rolex Day-Date NOS Rare Oxblood Stella Dial 18038

Rolex Day-Date NOS Rare Oxblood Stella Dial 18038

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A rare yellow gold Day-Date by Rolex. Featuring the highly sought out and collectable oxblood Stella dial, which features emerald cut diamond hour markers and a fixed yellow gold flu...

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold Diamonds w Oyster Perpetual Band  1970's
Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold Diamonds w Oyster Perpetual Band  1970's

Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold Diamonds w Oyster Perpetual Band 1970's

$14,981Sale Price|25% Off

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Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold Diamonds w Oyster Perpetual Band 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold and Diamonds on the Numbers with an Oyster Band Creator: Rolex 2416631 , 6627 Design: Oyster Perpetual Case Material: 18kYellow-Rose Gold S...

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Girard Perregaux Vintage 1966 18K White Gold 38 mm Case With Diamonds Bezel.

Girard Perregaux Vintage 1966 18K White Gold 38 mm Case With Diamonds Bezel.

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Located in Kaohsiung City, TW

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

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1950's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Ref. 2532 "Grande" Calatrava Watch - 18K Gold

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Located in Suwanee, GA

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18k Gold

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1986 Rolex Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 1986 rolex watch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 436 vintage editions and 11 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect 1986 rolex watch among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Take a look at a 1986 rolex watch featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes baguette cut and brilliant cut alternatives. When shopping for a 1986 rolex watch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or women today than there are for men.

How Much is a 1986 Rolex Watch?

Prices for a 1986 rolex watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,567 and can go as high as $97,999, while this accessory, on average, fetches $6,980.

Rolex for sale on 1stDibs

While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.

Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.

But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.

But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.

Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.

The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.

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Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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